Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
Conducted daily shift briefs to inform staff of changes in patient care assignments.
Mentored and supervised junior nurses, fostering a supportive and professional work environment.
Coordinated discharge planning, collaborating with patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure seamless transitions of care.
Registered Nursing
UnityPoint Health Proctor-Geriatric Psych
01.2019 - 05.2021
Implemented interventions, including medication and IV administration, catheter insertion
Documented patient information obtained from interviews concerning symptoms, medications, and prior treatment
Delivered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections, monitoring responses to address new concerns
Performed ongoing assessments to evaluate mental health needs, working with multidisciplinary team to develop, initiate, manage and modify individualized plans of care
Charge nurse of unit during shift
Coordinated daily administrative duties, including nursing assignments, patient care, admissions, transfers, and discharges
Charge nurse of the year nominee
Preceptor for new hire nurses
Registered Nursing
Jody Kelly M.D. and Associates
01.2015 - 01.2019
Preceptor for new hire Registered Nurses
Maintained Laboratory records, reports and files
Plan, prepare, and supervise lab relating to national standards and organization’s policies
Managed and resolved administrative and technical problems
Assist with colposcopies, LEEPS, and various biopsy procedures
Room patients, update charts, administer medications
Triage phone calls and set up Non-stress tests
Administered laboratory testing
Complete prior authorizations and referral services
Education
Associates of Science - Nursing
Illinois Central College
East Peoria, IL
Skills
Dedicated, attentive Registered Nurse, with an associates of Science in Nursing Degree Over 10 years of experience Proficient in EHR computer charting Background consists of obstetrics, gynecology, postpartum, and psychiatric care Experience in office nursing, triage nursing, support lab director with laboratory activities and operation Dedicated to providing the best quality of care to every patient every time